Jobs

Posted 17 December 2011

Children's Services Librarian
Sno-Isle Libraries

Deadline: 23 January

Full Salary Range $4416 - $6070/monthly, 40 hours/week, plus benefits                       
Snohomish Library, WA

Sno-Isle Libraries is looking for an enthusiastic candidate to provide excellent information and readers' advisory services to all ages and work closely with children and their families. The library enjoys strong partnerships with schools, parents and caregivers, and other youth serving agencies.

The successful candidate for this position will demonstrate knowledge of current technologies; judgment when using reference databases and print resources; flexibility in trying new approaches to customer service; creativity and enthusiasm when promoting library programs and initiatives; and outstanding communication skills in public and work team settings.

This position may include morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours including Sundays. Successful candidate may be required to adapt to future schedule and location changes depending on library needs.

1. Plan, develop, and create programs and materials for presentation of children’s programs, including reading programs, literacy improvement projects, recreational reading, and learning programs for various age groups at schools and other community groups
2. Provide general readers’ advisory and reference services
3. Assist in management of materials collection through assessment and interpretation of customer interests and analysis of review publications
4. Maintain and develop reference materials and sources
5. Apply computer and technology skills to provide effective customer service, communications and presentations for all ages
6. Explain and demonstrate procedures and methods for bibliographic and reference searches
7. Explain and assist with usage of library facilities, equipment, rules, and services which may include written and verbal instruction and/or training of customers and staff
8. Maintain regular communication with other agencies, institutions and organizations serving children in the community

Requires competent knowledge of library materials; library district policies and procedures; integrated library computer system; materials selection process; readers’ advisory; bibliographic search techniques and reference tools.

Requires the ability to use a bar code reader, computer equipment, Internet and standard office equipment; speak, understand and write English clearly and concisely; conduct reference interviews; work cooperatively and maintain favorable relations with the public and co-workers.

Requires a Masters degree in Library Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university plus two years’ experience preferred as a professional librarian. Must have or be able to obtain a Washington State Librarian certificate upon employment.

To Apply:
Go to www.sno-isle.org/employment for complete job information and required online application process. Online applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.